SCHOLA GLADIATORIASword Fighting (HEMA) Classes & Sparring in London & Surrey
Learn Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) at one of the UK's oldest and most well known clubs, Schola Gladiatoria. Learn how to use medieval swords, daggers, spears, Victorian sabres and lots more. We welcome everyone over-18 years old, of all backgrounds. Weekly classes in West London and sparring in Woking, £10 per session, beginners welcome and equipment provided.
Safe & Inclusive
All adults welcome. We accommodate beginners as well as experienced fencers and martial artists. We are members of the British Combat Association (BCA).
Historical Martial Arts
Systems taught directly from historical combat manuals and treatises, using real techniques with both real weapons and accurate simulators of them.
Weapons Covered
We specialise in late-medieval two-handed sword (longsword), dagger, spear, Elizabethan backsword, sword and buckler, Victorian sabre, foil/smallsword and bayonet.
Fun & Competitive
Over the last 20 years many of our members have competed internationally and we've won lots of competition titles. But we also have a lot of members who just like training for fun, fitness and relaxation. There is no pressure, we let you pick your pace.